Men Share The Small Gestures That Made Them Feel Like ‘The Prettiest Girl In The Room’
One of the most famous Broadway songs of all time is "I Feel Pretty" from West Side Story. It's no surprise that people like to feel seen and attractive, and little actions and compliments can go a long way.
In a Reddit thread, one man asked the others what situations made them feel like "The prettiest girl in the room," and the answers were enlightening.
The Question That Started Them All
"A woman offered to buy me a shot at the bar last night and gave it to me even after I told her I have a girlfriend; when was the last time you felt like the prettiest girl in the room?"
The Most Wholesome Catcalling Experience
"I had a gay guy whistle at me once when I was bending over in a public area. I'm straight and married, but it was really nice to feel noticed!"
Giving Her More Of What She Likes, I Guess
"I was at the club with a girlfriend when a random woman asked if she could interrupt our conversation and told me I had the most gorgeous smile she's ever seen and then left. I probably had a stupidly large grin for the rest of the night."
She Was Chasing Him All Along!
"Woke up after a night of clubbing to some girl texting me to hook up. I had thought I had drunkenly asked for her number but it turns out she had asked for mine! That was a boost for sure."
He Must Be Very Handsome
"Woman I went on a date with last week told me she thinks I'm more handsome than Bradley Cooper—and she was serious. I couldn't believe it! It was the best compliment I've ever received."
Making The Other Wives Jealous
"My girlfriend told me that she was talking with her friends about all of their husbands/boyfriends, and they all said how they were impressed with how good my hair looks and how well I dress and wished their partners would do the same.
"I tend to be pretty down on myself, but hearing this made me feel very good."
He Clearly Made A Lasting Impression
"This last Friday, a girl I hadn't seen since high school asked me for my number and then took me on a date the next day. That was a unique experience."
Apparently, They Like Nice Butts And Cannot Lie
"I get quite a few compliments from others about my butt. Every time I get a new pair of pants, I get a little kick out of people saying, 'Your butt looks really good in those.'"
She Made Her Intentions Very Clear
"There's a girl I'd been friends with for 10 years; we'd always had a bit of sexual tension between the two of us, but nothing had ever happened until we went on a first date. At the end, she jokingly said, 'If I pay for the second date, you gonna let me hit?'"
Grin And Beard It
"I walked past two gentlemen at the bar comparing beards, when one of them piped up, 'It's not like it matters with this handsome guy walking around!' and he pointed to my cleanly shaven face."
You Rock That Hat!
"At a Steak 'n Shake a few days ago, the waitress complimented my hat. I'd bought a wide-brimmed hat on a whim and liked how it looked on myself, but it was an adventurous purchase for sure. Getting a compliment on that hat from an attractive waitress was a big confidence boost for me."
Drunken Words Are Sober Thoughts
"Once, my wife and I were driving her drunk friend home. After a few minutes, she looked at me, got a big smile, and said, 'I like your beard.' Later, my wife said, 'I don’t know if you noticed, but you're kind of her type.'"
It's Amazing What Sticks With You
"One time in middle school, a girl said that I have beautiful eyes."
I'm sure that girl didn't give the compliment too much second thought, but it clearly had a strong impact on him.
A Compliment Is A Compliment No Matter Who Says It
"This one time my mom had friends over and one of her friends called me handsome 💅🏾."
Honestly, even though this scenario can feel kind of awkward and embarrassing, the compliment is nice.
So Off-hand, Yet So Kind
"I was talking to my girlfriend about how I was surprisingly unwounded after the hard collisions I made during my rugby game, and she said that it was because I have a really strong body. It was very sweet and made me very happy."
Nothing Like Getting Hit On To Boost The Ego
"I was out with a coworker and her friends. This objectively handsome carved-from-marble-by-Apollo looking guy walked up and, for whatever reason, seemed to want to talk to me. After a bit, he got this look on his face and left. One of the women said, 'Figures the hottest guy in the bar wants him.'
"I felt like a million bucks, and I'm straight."
He Never Even Had To Say A Word
"I went to a movie night with some friends and I didn't know most of the people in our group there. When I went to leave, one of the girls asked for my info and asked me on a date the next day. Felt good."
Never Turn Down A Free Shot
"One time, a woman who was at the bar with her boyfriend bought me a shot. I felt both flattered and confused."
Oh, to be in a bar being offered a free shot by a benevolent stranger.
Happy Birthday, Dude!
"I was in a sushi joint with a friend celebrating my birthday and I must have mentioned it in passing. I ordered some sake and when the bill came, the waiter told me that the woman at the next table paid for my sake. I felt so humble that night."
Grandmother Knows Best
"When I was 10, my grandmother told me that I look smart in a collared shirt. To this day, I still remember that."
I'm an adult, and I still get excited when my grandma likes my outfits, so I feel you, dude.
